Forklift Driver I Job at SCN BestCo in Santa Cruz

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices. With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts. The fire in our belly to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula!

Position: Forklift Driver I

Responsibilities

• Check, verify completeness, and process all warehouse transfers to and from production.
• Load and unload goods based on layout instructions.
• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the facility.
• Stack goods in the correct storage bays following inventory control instructions.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner; maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Perform cycle counts, physical inventory, and baseline cycle count.
• Check outbound staged orders and document/report errors.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Perform daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment.
• Remove machine attachments and waste material from machines.
• Stack empty pallets and transport as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience operating a forklift and/or completion of a forklift training program.
• Knowledge of safe operations of a forklift.
• Basic data entry, communication, writing and organization skills.
• Basic computer skills such as data entry and using scan guns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification per OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of inventory practices and procedures.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing

Compensation: Estimated starting base salary is $21.55/hour, plus eligibility for a discretionary, variable annual incentive. The actual compensation offered may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and market conditions. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more, subject to eligibility and plan terms. Benefits may be modified by the company from time to time.

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